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Vocabulary Entry
nacre
|noun
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noun
A smooth, iridescent substance found inside the shells of some mollusks, often referred to as mother-of-pearl.
Example Sentences
"The necklace was beautifully crafted from nacre, reflecting a rainbow of colors."
"She admired the nacre lining of the oyster shell at the beach."
"The artist used nacre to enhance the luster of her pearl jewelry."